This review outlines the clinical features and management of DVT, highlighting the prophylactic use and benefits of anti-embolism stockings such as Brevet tx.
May support anti-embolism stockings for DVT prophylaxis; leaves open need for randomized confirmation before practice change.
This article highlights the incidence and aetiology of thrombi, in particular deep vein thrombosis (DVT) before discussing the clinical features, diagnostic techniques and management of patients with suspected or confirmed DVT. The prophylactic use of anti-embolism stockings is then reviewed, including relevant clinical evidence, with particular reference to one of the leading brands of stocking currently available, that of Brevert tx (Seton Scholl Healthcare). The action, features, benefits and application of this type of anti-embolic stocking are detailed.
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